Managing People (Level 4)

Management is a broad concept. Trying to encapsulate it in a single definition is bound to be a tricky process. Peter Drucker (The Practice of Management, Heinemann Ltd, 1955) commented: 'Management is a practice rather than a science.' This is somewhat self-evident, but to try to make rules for successful management, in the same way as a chemical process, ignores the main element of variability.

The aims of this course are to look at the ways mangers work towards organisational harmony within the context of the organisational culture and development. There is significant emphasis on teams and individuals and their roles within the organisation.

Furthermore emphasis is given to effect management communication and planning with a view to achieving organisational success. Before finally concentrating on effective management techniques that can be employed in monitoring and controlling employees

Syllabus:

Module 1 – Management and Leadership
Define the terms ‘Management’ and ‘Leadership’

Module 2 – The Culture of Organisations
Summarise how Cultural aspects effect an Organisation

Module 3 – Organisational Development
Identify the stages in Organisational Development

Module 4 – Individual and Interpersonal Behaviour
Identify the main Theories discussed in this unit

Module 5 – Teams
Explain your understanding of the word - Team

Module 6 – Performance at Work
Summarise the training aspect of Managing People

Module 7 – Work Planning and Organisation
Identify the various models and methods available to monitor tasks

Module 8 – Communications
Explain how orders are given and discuss the steps involved in ensuring that those orders are carried out

Module 9 – Identifying Constraints and Meeting Objectives
Discuss how constraints are identified and how objectives are met

Module 10 – Review and Monitoring
Summarise the importance of having set standards

Assessment

Assessments are a great way of checking your progress allowing you to apply your learning to real-world situations. Through the Managing People (Level 4) Coursee by NCFE, students will be assessed by a series of written assignments, which are submitted to and marked by your tutor.

All assignments are set by NCFE. Upon verification of the activities, exercises and assignments, a certificate of achievement will be awarded by the national awarding organisation NCFE, as confirmation that your written work has met all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the programme. There is no external examination required.

What's included:

You will have access to a tutor, via email, who will mark your work and guide you through the course to help you be ready for your examinations. In addition you will be supplied with a comprehensive Study Guide which will help you through the study and assessment process.

The course pack includes, guidance on relevant study skills and full tutor support comprising:

• the marking of a series of assignments
• written answers to specific study problems
• 12 month tutor support via emails
• a copy of our study guide, will give you guidance on studying and submitting assignments

Study Time

Study Hours are an approximate figure and are dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow enough time to complete assignments/ question papers.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the Managing People (Level 4) Course is: 110 hrs

Entry Requirements

Our Managing People (Level 4) Course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about Managing People and has a keen interest in the subject, plus an intention to progress a career.

• Learners will need sufficient numeracy and literacy
• Students should have access to a computer and the internet throughout your study period.
• Learners should have basic PC skills in order to navigate our Support Portal
• You should be fully committed to your studies.